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Gulf Press > World > Video: Kim Jong Un and his daughter participate in New Year’s Eve celebrations in Pyongyang, North Korea
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Video: Kim Jong Un and his daughter participate in New Year’s Eve celebrations in Pyongyang, North Korea

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Last updated: 2025/01/01 at 7:24 PM
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Kim Jong-un, the leader of North Korea, made a rare public appearance on New Year’s Eve when he was seen entering the May Day Stadium hand in hand with his daughter. The duo sat alongside senior officials to watch a special performance. The event showcased ice skating and singing, deviating from the traditional “mass games” that the country is known for. Instead of synchronized dancing and gymnastics, the audience enjoyed a variety of entertainment before the countdown to midnight and a fireworks display marked the start of the new year.

The New Year’s Eve performance was a departure from North Korea’s usual celebrations, as it featured a more diverse range of entertainment compared to the typical mass games. Despite the country’s reputation for strict control of media and public events, Kim Jong-un’s presence at the event, and the broadcast of the performance, was a notable moment for North Korea. The scene of the leader and his daughter watching and enjoying the show together provided a rare glimpse into their personal lives and the dynamics of the ruling family.

North Korea has been known for its elaborate mass games, where thousands of performers take part in highly choreographed displays of synchronized dancing and gymnastics. However, the shift towards a more varied and modern performance for the New Year’s Eve event suggests a change in the country’s approach to public entertainment. By incorporating ice skating and singing into the program, the organizers demonstrated a willingness to adapt to new trends while still maintaining elements of tradition and national identity.

The presence of Kim Jong-un and his daughter at the New Year’s Eve performance also served as a display of unity and solidarity among the country’s leadership. By sitting alongside senior officials and participating in the celebrations, Kim Jong-un reinforced his position as the head of state and a symbol of continuity and stability for North Korea. The public display of affection between Kim Jong-un and his daughter, including hugs and kisses as the new year began, further humanized the leader and showcased a more personal side of his public image.

The decision to broadcast the New Year’s Eve performance, despite North Korea’s past reluctance to air such events, may reflect a desire to showcase the country’s cultural heritage and artistic achievements to a wider audience. By sharing the celebration with the rest of the world, North Korea can present a more positive image and promote international understanding and engagement. The inclusion of elements like ice skating and singing in the performance demonstrates a willingness to embrace new forms of entertainment and creativity while still upholding traditional values and ideals.

Overall, Kim Jong-un’s attendance at the New Year’s Eve performance in North Korea’s May Day Stadium, along with the presence of his daughter and senior officials, marked a significant moment in the country’s public life. The event showcased a departure from the traditional mass games towards a more diverse and modern form of entertainment, while also highlighting the unity and solidarity of the country’s leadership. By broadcasting the performance and sharing it with a global audience, North Korea may be seeking to showcase its cultural heritage and artistic achievements while also presenting a more relatable and human side of its leadership.

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